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JVC Everio GZ-MG30 30 GB HD Camcorder
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Bizrate User Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) Sleek

, Jun. 25, 2008
Comments:
I was not looking forward to spending $1000 on a hard drive camcorder. I was very surprised to find this one for under $400. It is easy to use and takes great video. The still is not too bad, just won't telephoto well. A great camera at a terrific deal. I have already encouraged several to purchase.

QuickTake:

Pros: The quality of the picture is outstanding and it is so adorable. Love the size and features!
Cons: I haven't found any yet!
cnet.com.au Professional Review.

JVC Everio GZ-MG30 Review - Camcorders

Comments:
Though the short battery life and mediocre image quality are frustrating, the JVC Everio GZ-MG30's amazing recording capacity and tiny size still make it an enticing device.

Review Verdict: Though the short battery life and mediocre image quality are frustrating, the JVC Everio GZ-MG30U's amazing recording capacity and tiny size still make it an enticing device.

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QuickTake:

Pros: Stores tons of video, Excellent zoom reach, Very small
Cons: Terrible battery life, Mediocre video quality, Grainy low-light footage, Requires a computer or stand-alone DVD burner
pcmag.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 2.5 star(s) JVC Everio GZ-MG30U

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CCDType: Single CCD

Review Verdict: The Everio GZ-MG30 has some innovative features, especially the ability to record to the hard drive, but the video quality is disappointing.

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QuickTake:

Pros: Great size. Very usable menu system.
Cons: Too expensive given its mediocre video quality. Compatibility issues with video-editing tools.
cnet.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 3.1 star(s) JVC Everio GZ-MG30U

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Review Verdict: Though the short battery life and mediocre image quality are frustrating, the JVC Everio GZ-MG30U's amazing recording capacity and tiny size still make it an enticing device.

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QuickTake:

Pros: Stores tons of video ; excellent zoom reach ; very small ;
Cons: Terrible battery life ; mediocre video quality ; grainy low-light footage ; requires a computer or stand-alone DVD burner ;
camcorderinfo.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 2.05 star(s) JVC GZ-MG30 Camcorder Review

Comments:
The JVC Everio Series is banking on the future of camcorders. Most manufacturers have begun to move towards non-tape recording, but JVC has taken the biggest step into the consumer market. The GZ-MG30 represents one of four models in the G Series. These c

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gadgetguy.com.au Professional Review.

GZ-MG30 - Gadget Guy Australia

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In essence, the Everio GZ-MG30 is identical to its little brother except for the fact it has an inbuilt 30Gb hard disk as against the MG20's 20Gb. The gives the larger model up to 37 hours recording time (versus 25) and 7 hours in Ultra mode (versus 4.5 h

Review Verdict: Everything else is identical including the accessories supplied such as a remote control, editing software for both PC and Mac, and an INFO button to give immediate feedback on available hard disk space and battery life remaining

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QuickTake:

Pros: Storage space on hard disk, optical zoom.
Cons: Body shape takes getting used to.
alaTest.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4.2 star(s) Review summary of JVC Everio GZ-MG30

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 138 reviews of JVC Everio GZ-MG30 from international magazines and websites.

Review Verdict: Experts rate this product 63/100 and users 72/100. Comparing these reviews to 90336 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 84/100 = Very Good.

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newbie.org Professional Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) JVC Everio GZ-MG30 Camcorder

Comments:
The JVC Everio GZ-MG30 Camcorder features over 7 Hours of Recording with 30 GB Internal Hard Disk Drive (ULTRA mode)at DVD Movie Quality. It has over 10 Hours of Recording with 30 GB Internal Hard Disk Drive (FINE mode)at DVD Quality, and over 14 Hours of

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QuickTake:

Pros: High quality videoing, size, quality, features and more.
Cons: Short battery life.
cnet.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 3.1 star(s) JVC Everio GZ-MG30U

Comments:

Review Verdict: Though the short battery life and mediocre image quality are frustrating, the JVC Everio GZ-MG30U's amazing recording capacity and tiny size still make it an enticing device.

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QuickTake:

Pros: Stores tons of video; excellent zoom reach; very small.
Cons: Terrible battery life; mediocre video quality; grainy low-light footage; requires a computer or stand-alone DVD burner.
easycamcorders.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 2.75 star(s) Quick Review Camcorders: JVC GZ-MG30

Comments:
If I were to compile a list of man's greatest follies (the Top 10, or so) there would surely be a large bag from which to choose. Who knows? Maybe the GZ-MG30 wouldn't even make the list. But trust me, this camcorder is somewhere in that bag. You'll do be

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